Australia Turns to Rugby to Pull Pacific Islands Away From China

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had one overarching regional goal since taking office — stop China gaining a military foothold in the Pacific. He’s been ready to harness any...

By James Mayger · Bloomberg Markets

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had one overarching regional goal since taking office — stop China gaining a military foothold in the Pacific. He’s been ready to harness any tool available to further it, including sport.